Happiness Sucks
Glück ist was für Weicheier
Synopsis
Stefan Gabriel is an active father always looking at life positively. While he tries to give back to society, his daughters Jessica (12) and Sabrina (15) struggle with their own problems. Jessica is often mistaken for a boy and has to deal with her many ticks. She would happily swap places with Sabrina, who, despite her illness, appears to have her life completely under control. But the more Sabrina’s health worsens, the worse Jessica’s ticks become. The girls need a plan and fast. They come across a special ritual in an old book, which could be their rescue. But the girls first have to find a boy to sleep with Sabrina. They don’t have much time left and Jessica puts all she has got into implementing the life-saving plan, no matter how crazy it may be.
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Martin Wuttke
Stefan Gabriel
Tina Ruland
Melanie Kranz
Christian Friedel
Dr. Wolfgang Teuter
Sophie Rois
Renate Gems
Emilia Bernsdorf
Sabrina Gabriel
Stephan Grossmann
Horst Kranz
Kim Riedle
Gloria Teuter
Ella Frey
Jessica Gabriel
Oscar Brose
Martin
Anna Schumacher
Janine
Karsten Kramer
Siegfried Gehrer
Bärbel Schwarz
Tanja
Antonia Fulss
Klara
Ilyes Raoul
Andrea
Jan Andreesen
Sanitäter
Manuel Klein
Patient
Karla Trippel
Veronika Hürter
Friederike Lohrer
Empfangsdame
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Anca Miruna Lazarescu
- Screenplay & Story
- Silvia Wolkan
- Original Title
- Glück ist was für Weicheier
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Walker & Worm Film, ZDF
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Anca Miruna Lazarescu
Silvia Wolkan
Department Leadership Roster
Anca Miruna Lazarescu
Director
Nikolai Mohr
Stunt Coordinator
Silvia Wolkan
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Happiness Sucks
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What is Happiness Sucks about?
Stefan Gabriel is an active father always looking at life positively. While he tries to give back to society, his daughters Jessica (12) and Sabrina (15) struggle with their own problems. Jessica is often mistaken for a boy and has to deal with her many ticks. She would happily swap places with Sabrina, who, despite her illness, appears to have her life completely under control. But the more Sabrina’s health worsens, the worse Jessica’s ticks become. The girls need a plan and fast. They come across a special ritual in an old book, which could be their rescue. But the girls first have to find a boy to sleep with Sabrina. They don’t have much time left and Jessica puts all she has got into implementing the life-saving plan, no matter how crazy it may be.
Who directed Happiness Sucks?
Happiness Sucks was directed by Anca Miruna Lazarescu.
Who stars in Happiness Sucks?
The principal cast of Happiness Sucks includes Martin Wuttke, Tina Ruland, Christian Friedel, Sophie Rois, Emilia Bernsdorf.
When was Happiness Sucks released and how long is it?
Happiness Sucks was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Happiness Sucks?
Happiness Sucks holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).